Head of Governance and Quality Management System

September 5, 2025

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Reporting to the Senior Director of Quality, the Head of Governance and Quality System plays a crucial role in managing and continuously improving quality processes within our organization. Alongside their support team and internal auditors, they are responsible for the development and maintenance of the ISO 9001 standard, thereby ensuring the stability of organizational processes and the long-term sustainability of the company.
The Head of Governance and Quality System oversees the planning, organization, and monitoring of Quality activities for construction projects nationwide. They ensure that Quality processes comply with ISO standards and develop Quality Management Plans for each project. As a technical expert in the Quality Management System (QMS), they plan internal and external audits, train and support users according to their needs, and identify opportunities for improvement.
This role also involves gathering and analyzing user needs and existing processes, evaluating best practices and lessons learned, and integrating these insights into organizational strategies. The Head of Governance and Quality System ensures overall compliance of the QMS and provides strategic recommendations to senior management.
This is a permanent, full-time position based at 500 Saint-Jacques Street, Suite 300, in Montréal. Benefits include group insurance (health, dental, life, disability, vision), four weeks of vacation, performance bonuses, potential employee share ownership program, and RRSP/Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP).
Reporting to the Senior Director of Quality, the Head of Governance and Quality System plays a crucial role in managing and continuously improving quality processes within our organization. Alongside their support team and internal auditors, they are responsible for the development and maintenance of the ISO 9001 standard, thereby ensuring the stability of organizational processes and the long-term sustainability of the company.
The Head of Governance and Quality System oversees the planning, organization, and monitoring of Quality activities for construction projects nationwide. They ensure that Quality processes comply with ISO standards and develop Quality Management Plans for each project. As a technical expert in the Quality Management System (QMS), they plan internal and external audits, train and support users according to their needs, and identify opportunities for improvement.
This role also involves gathering and analyzing user needs and existing processes, evaluating best practices and lessons learned, and integrating these insights into organizational strategies. The Head of Governance and Quality System ensures overall compliance of the QMS and provides strategic recommendations to senior management.
This is a permanent, full-time position based at 500 Saint-Jacques Street, Suite 300, in Montréal. Benefits include group insurance (health, dental, life, disability, vision), four weeks of vacation, performance bonuses, potential employee share ownership program, and RRSP/Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP).
Benefits

  • RRSP with up to 5% employer matching
  • Hybrid work model for corporate roles
  • Employee stock ownership program
  • Career growth through real development opportunities
  • Transit pass reimbursement — get to work for free
  • Minimum 4 weeks of vacation from day one

For the past four years, we’ve proudly held the distinction of being one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers.
Pomerleau is a national leader in construction, delivering major projects across Canada. We believe in creating a workplace where people feel respected, supported, and empowered to grow. Our culture is built on collaboration, trust, and a shared commitment to doing great work. If this speaks to you, apply for this role or connect with one of our recruiters to learn how we can support you throughout the process.

Seniority level

  • Seniority level

    Executive

Employment type

  • Employment type

    Full-time

Job function

  • Job function

    Quality Assurance

  • Industries

    Construction

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Montreal, Quebec, Canada CA$108,683.00-CA$141,289.00 1 month ago

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Company

Pomerleau

Location

Montreal

Country

Canada

Salary

125.000

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